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20 So Samuel had all the tribes of Israel come forward, and the tribe of Benjamin was chosen.[a] 21 Next he had the tribe of Benjamin come forward by clans, and the clan of Matri was chosen, and finally Saul, son of Kish, was chosen. But when they went to look for him, he was nowhere to be found. 22 (A)Again they consulted the Lord, “Is there still someone else to come forward?” The Lord answered: He is hiding among the baggage.

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  1. 10:20 Was chosen: probably by casting lots; cf. 14:40–42; Jos 7:14, 17.